Tech Trends Benefitting Freight Shipping

New technology prioritizes both the customer experience and the ability of businesses to stay competitive. Efficiency and organization have become central to successful shipping practices. The industry has embraced new technology as a means to streamline in an increasingly complex world.

The Cloud

The cloud is what drives and facilitates most modern tech. The combination of mobile applications and cloud-based services enables freight companies to cater to both large and small businesses.

Apps

The freight industry must have a reliable way to transmit data. This is absolutely crucial for logistics. Technological advances have enabled several applications to communicate with each other simultaneously. Mobile apps can capture data on the road and on the warehouse floor. These apps communicate with existing systems and are digitally transforming the freight industry.

Tracking

Central to the shipping industry is the ability of customers and brokers to track their shipments. Above all else, customers demand instant gratification, and shipping is no exception. Making shipments more predictable is the key here, so it’s a good thing that many shipment managers see the importance and are making efforts to increase predictability and transparency through tracking.

Predictive Analytics

Predictive analytics uses data, algorithms, and machines to anticipate future outcomes based on solid historical data. The goal is to go beyond knowing what has happened to provide the best assessment of what will happen in the future. It’s especially helpful when handling large volumes and many types of data.

The Internet of Things

This is the idea that inanimate objects can now communicate with each other. With GPS technology, readers, and chips, these “things” can report their location, condition and other information to a cloud database. Manual scanning and tracking is no longer necessary.

Using Tech to Your Advantage

Freight shipping companies must keep up with trends and advances in technology. The best businesses focus on improving their product, and making sure the tools they use will make life easier for their customers. As technology continues to evolve, companies will be forced to adapt and change with the times or run the risk of falling behind.